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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1905
Page
3
A large sale of Arabian laces and Irish point includes hundreds of items marked at half regular value. Stockabundant samples from Patra importers offered with itemized codes and prices, including tapestry portieres and bahgels, highlighting limited supply and deep discounts for eager buyers.
The report notes Smart general baggage the Great Northern at St ed in the city Monday. Smith assistant general of the Northern Pa through this cite on Paul Monday morn. W. Coney traveling freight and for the Chicago Milwaukee arrived this morning. R. A. Ragnell president of the Railway Review arrived Monday morning. His trip to the coast aims to learn about western railroad branches.
A. Rh. Clark manager of the Fair department store drowned at Silver Lake four miles from Maple Falls. The body sank in shallow water and was recovered and brought to Bellingham this evening after sinking at 2 PM.
The body of a middle aged man was found floating in the bay near Pier 4 shortly after 7 a.m. The coroner will determine identity. clothing and a leather band suggest a mariner. A ring, jewelry, and a flask were recovered, with the coat described as dark gray with a blue stripe.
Dewidt Skutt moved into first with a near two thousand vote gain amid ongoing street car workers’ contest. Clerks in Topeka race to finalize counts as candidates’ supporters push for every possible vote. A broader discussion on labor and wage policy threads through the text, with references to broader social issues and figures like President Elliott and Harvard. In Topeka, Kansas, the oil refinery bond case advances to the state Supreme Court with a decision expected soon.
The two firms settle the rate war with a joint ticket plan between this city and Victoria at 3.60 per round trip. Whatcom remains the sole vessel on the route after Beatrice’s final trip last Sunday. On June 1 CPR will deploy Princess Victoria on the tri-port route while Beatrice shifts to the northern British Columbia run for summer service.
John T. Coleman, convicted killer of Adna Hoff man, was seized on a Portland bound train near Chehalis. He attempted suicide by slashing his throat after confession, is hospitalized under guard, and faces possible fatal injuries. A Chehalis businessman identified him and notified authorities.
Chicago reports nearly half a million babies died in the United States last year from adulterated infant foods. Agents warn of coloring agents and formaldehyde in milky products and other unsafe substances used by fraudulent manufacturers. An executive committee meeting of the State Dairy and Food Department was held today at the Great Northern Hotel.
The document alleges a coup by major packing interests in a televised trial concerning Fred Canere and associates. Lawyers Alfrea BH LUrion and Sonn & Miller seek an immediate trial before Judge Aeewen Lande for a Wormediale trial. Government officials claim Connere can be tried without revealing jury room secrets.
The report states Senator Hopkins faced allegations of improper conduct during a political campaign at Olympia but was exonerated of grave wrongdoing. Attorney General review concluded no fault. no campaign report submitted yet.
At Portlaid Oregon on April 4 a woman vilified in a cabbage patch set fire to clothing and papers with kerosene after a dispute. The blaze rapidly escalated, leading to the woman's death as bystanders attempted to intervene and extinguish the flames.
The ongoing strike blocks the Great Northern dock as pickets guard the harbor. McCabe and Hamilton refuse concessions as the British steamer Cacique is reassigned and union men vow to hold out until higher pay terms are met.
Police linked L. F. Bolen to recent counterfeiting in Great Falls Montana after City Detective Muirherd uncovered a Seattle arrest from 1900s. The man served a three year term for burglary and was recalled by officers. connection to John King and others noted in the rogues gallery file.
Ballard KH B Cox receiver for Washington Food company to open bids for plant sale Tuesday. No money paid yet, stockholders must accept highest bid. Free delivery in Ball starts May 1. Landed hammer accident at Drop Forge injures employee. Steamers Peerless and Independent at Sanderson Miller yards for long repairs and to be launched in about two weeks.
The late Pacific National league president W H Lucas is barred from forming a new team under the national agreement in Spokane. He cannot organize a league team in Butte Salt Lake or Boise, Washington jurisdiction only. Court says he cannot work for personal gain while salaried, dampening Western league prospects and schedule viability for two Washington towns plus Victoria and Vancouver.
Fragmentary text refers to a judge and receivership involving a grocery company. Mentions a date in March and a payment deadline anticipated, but specifics are illegible and names are uncertain.
Beresford and his company present Our New Man in a cleverly staged production at Beattie. The cast includes Willette Kerahew as ingénue and Angelé Matsa as leading lady with Lewt Blere and Pete Bard as supporting players. The Ferre Stock Company’s performance earns praise for strong casting and competent handling. The run closes Thursday night.
The governor, en route to Oligmola, announced appointments to state commissions. Morden PF Kincelé of Beattie joins audit and control. Jimee T Milla of Qympie Jowenpm HW Eas terday and 2 Ruwk ee of BSpoksene join the state lek commission. He also plans Joby W. Hanne of Beotive as secretary of the state board of control.
A suit for 15,000 damages against a major laundry company proceeds in Judge William Court. Columbia City’s handball team played Pulkmam Pabweenw Sunday at home on a 4 to 9 loss. The Coltemtin Citywurte tears Gofwm o seeks dates with Relniers and Frederick & Nel emeam. Manager Newelmes aims tough rub for rivals.
A reader friendly review notes The Moonshiner's Daughter shows all week with a balanced cast and atmospheric staging. The production delivers strong performances and maintains locale appropriate mood throughout the run.
A new vaudeville bill of nine acts will be at the Star Theater this week starting Monday afternoon and evening. Several acts are new to this city, offering fresh entertainment for local audiences.
Richerd Parrs reports from Port Arthur as a lone U S correspondent. A court case centers on Lane Barnes accused of robbing an Indian boy of 27 dollars. City crews remove a street fruit stand and warn others violating sidewalk space rules. A fire damages Sons Navy Store with losses around five thousand dollars.
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